AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoEbola Preparedness: Saint Lucia has stepped up Ebola readiness as the WHO declared the DRC and Uganda outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, with enhanced border screening and public advice to avoid travel to affected countries. Tax Relief: Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre says Saint Lucia’s tax amnesty is extended to December 2027, waiving interest and penalties on eligible taxes up to December 2025, including VAT collected but not yet remitted. Hurricane Readiness: The government is also strengthening 2026 hurricane season preparedness through public awareness, emergency drills, infrastructure resilience, and updated disaster plans, even as forecasts suggest a less active season. Public Safety: With murders reported at 36 and gun violence a continuing concern, police leadership is expected to propose tougher legislation to curb violent crime. Regional Health & Governance: Saint Lucia’s tripartite delegation returned to the International Labour Conference in Geneva to push social justice and gender equity, reflecting the island’s renewed engagement on labour policy. CARICOM in Castries: The 19th CARICOM Road Run/Walk is set for July 5 in Gros Islet, as part of the lead-up to the CARICOM Heads of Government meeting chaired by Pierre. Culture & Identity: Listwa Kannaval returns June 10 at the Harbor Club, focusing on “Rhythm, Language, and Identity” and the role of Kwéyòl in music and storytelling.
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